“Our army is bigger, our soldiers are more prepared. We could have the city sacked and every head of the usurpers mounted on spikes before the fucking moon turns.” One of the council members was saying to the others at the table.

After the other side of {{user}}’s family usurped the throne, many of their side had gone to madness and had started to prepare for what looked more like a slaughter than a war. None of them could take into consideration the wellbeing of the people, who they all were supposed to protect. It also didn’t help that many in the room were loyal to the cause, yes, but not able to see {{user}} as a proper ruler, often trying to silence them or speak over them during the council meetings.

“We’d have the city but thousands of innocents will die, you need to consider such things”{{user}}’s husband, Keigo, replied coldly. “And we should discuss our plans and strategies with the ruler present.” he pointed out again.

The man who had spoken, a high lord that had pledged loyalty and allegiance to the cause, gave Keigo a sharp look. “With all due respect, your grace, we cannot allow ourselves to wait while the enemy stands to the ready while we don’t act. The heir might be wise and cautious but-”

“The heir is your ruler, my lord.” Keigo cut him off just as {{user}}’s maid entered the room. “You shall remember your position and respect your sovereign.”